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Peer reviewedWilcox, M. Jeanne; Hadley, Pamela A.; Bacon, Catherine K. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Addresses issues in the persistent gaps between the generation and use of scientific knowledge in educational and therapeutic practices in language disorders. Two science-practice linkage models are discussed for applicability to improved practice. Strategies for integrating research with practice are considered, with case studies illustrating the…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Interprofessional Relationship, Language Impairments, Language Research
Peer reviewedFey, Marc E.; Johnson, Bonnie W. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Notes inherent differences between clinical practice and experimental research in speech-language intervention. It suggests that nonexperimental research can be a link between experimental investigation and clinical application. Both researchers and practicing professionals are urged to work in a complementary manner to develop effective…
Descriptors: Interprofessional Relationship, Intervention, Language Impairments, Language Research
Peer reviewedKuster, Judith Maginnis; Poburka, Bruce J. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Examines Internet capabilities such as World Wide Web home pages, electronic journals, on-line bibliographies, mailing lists, and chat rooms in building bridges between research and practice in speech-language pathology. Numerous examples are provided. Cautions in using Internet resources are also noted. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Information Sources, Internet, Interprofessional Relationship, Language Impairments
Peer reviewedIngram, David – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Addresses three relationships between research and practice in speech-language pathology: (1) shared-interest communication; (2) research-driven communication; and (3) practice-driven communication. Recommendations for developing effective communication are offered. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Communication Disorders, Communication Problems, Information Transfer
Peer reviewedHolland, Audrey L. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Examines factors influencing research-practice gaps in the assessment and treatment of adults with neurologic communication disorders. Both researchers and clinicians are urged to learn alternative research strategies, build partnerships, and take advantage of new information technologies. Strategies are suggested for directly applying, adapting,…
Descriptors: Adults, Communication Disorders, Evaluation Methods, Interprofessional Relationship
Peer reviewedHodson, Barbara Williams – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Reviews relationships between phonological impairment, phonological awareness, and development of literacy in young children. Treatment options for preschoolers with phonological impairments are summarized. Critical variables in treatment research are identified, and four recent treatment research reports based on different phonological theories…
Descriptors: Articulation Impairments, Emergent Literacy, Intervention, Language Research
Peer reviewedImbens-Bailey, Alison L. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Discusses how clinicians and researchers can critically evaluate information from efficacy studies of language intervention programs. It argues for combining both experimental and nonexperimental approaches and suggests that the use of matching in nonrandomized studies allows for comparison of groups of children participating in an intervention…
Descriptors: Evaluation Research, Experimental Groups, Intervention, Language Impairments
